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Office Chairs and Desk Chairs For Sale
1960s Herman Miller Eames Swivel Office Desk Chair / rare green fiberglass
Located in Buffalo, NY
Vintage 1960s Herman Miller Eames fiberglass shell office or desk chair. Swivel base with wheels. Seldom seen / green fiberglass Shell in good condition with wonderful exposed fiber...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Aluminum

2006 Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Management Desk Chair in Grey Leather
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are Eames Aluminum Group Soft Pad Management Chairs, Model EA435, initially designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1969. These particular examples date to 2006....
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Early 2000s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Aluminum, Steel

Hans Wegner Valet Chair by PP Møbler, Denmark, Wenge and ash
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Wegner's iconic valet chair takes his abilities in design, scaling, proportion and craftsmanship to their limits. Expert carving and joinery highlight the idiosyncratic nature of the...
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2010s Danish Scandinavian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Ash, Wenge

Liberty Co Four English Arts Crafts Walnut Chairs with Mother Of Pearl inlay
By E. G. Punnett, Liberty Co.
Located in London, GB
Liberty & Co. Attributed. In the style of E G Punnet. A good set of four English Arts & Crafts Walnut dining or side chairs with stylized floral Mother-Of-Pearl and fruitwood inlays to the headrests, three shaped backrests with upholstered seat and subtle tapering front legs from square to round...
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Early 1900s English Arts and Crafts Antique Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Mother-of-Pearl, Fruitwood, Walnut

1992 Herman Miller Eames Soft Pad Management Desk Chair in Black Leather
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eames Aluminum Group Soft Pad Management Chair, Model EA435, initially designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1969. These particular examples date to 1992....
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1990s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Aluminum, Steel

MIM Roma Executive Swiwel Chair, Italy 1960s
Located in Naples, IT
Office armchair with armrests and five-spoke aluminium base with castors, seat and backrest shell made of curved plywood, original foam and skai upholstery. A rare piece of iconic de...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Metal

2012 Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Management Desk Chair Off-White Leather
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are Eames Aluminum Group Management Chairs, model EA335, originally designed by Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller in 1958. These particular examples were produced in 2012...
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2010s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Aluminum

Glass chair in the Manner of Louis Dierra
By Louis Dierra
Located in London, GB
This striking curved glass chair, inspired by the iconic designs of Louis Dierra for the Glass Centre Pavilion at the 1939 World’s Fair in New York, represents a masterful blend of a...
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1980s Italian Post-Modern Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Glass, PVC

Montgomery Solid Wood and Woven Leather Dining Chair by Crump and Kwash
Located in Baltimore City, MD
Montgomery Dining Chair by Crump and Kwash Hand shaped black oak frame / commercial grade finish / handwoven black leather seat and back. Ships in 1 -2 weeks.
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2010s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Leather, Oak

6 Niels Otto Moller model 78 Dining Chairs in Original Cord
Located in London, GB
This group of 6 Niel Otto Moller's Model 78 chair was designed in 1962 and made before 1970 given the round metal JL Moller labels, which were discontinued in 1970. The group of si...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Hardwood

VINTAGE AGED BROWN LEATHER DIRECTOR S CAPTAiNS OFFICE CHESTERFIELD ARMCHAIR
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning hand made in England vintage Chesterfield Directors captains armchair with heritage brown lea...
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20th Century English Regency Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Leather, Hardwood

1 OF 2 VINTAGE UNIQUE CHARLES POLLOCK KNOLL RESTORED BROWN LEATHER OFFICE CHAiRS
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale one of two original vintage fully restored hand dyed Cigar Brown leather Charles Pollock Knoll Inc Executive...
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20th Century English Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Chrome

Barbara Barry for McGuire Rattan or Wicker Arm Desk, Dining or Occasional Chair
Located in St. Louis, MO
Barbara Barry designed for McGuire Furniture of San Francisco. Dark stained Rattan dining chair, can be used as a desk chair or Occasional chair. All original, light touch up. Label.
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Early 2000s Unknown Hollywood Regency Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Rattan

Pair of Art Nouveau Armchairs from Sweden, circa 1900
Located in New York, NY
Curves undulate on all surfaces on this pair of beautiful Art Nouveau period armchairs. Spare and elegant, these strong and comfortable chairs are crafted of solid mahogany and feat...
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Early 1900s Swedish Art Nouveau Antique Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Mahogany

Rare 1st Edition Naoto Fukasawa Office Desk Chairs for Herman Miller
Located in Chicago, IL
Hard to find 1st edition office desk chair created by Japanese designer Naoto Fukasawa. It’s called the Saiba Chair for Herman Miller and manufactured by Geiger International. Saiba ...
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1980s American Post-Modern Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Steel, Chrome

19th C. French Carved Walnut Dagobert Curule Armchair with Tooled Leather
Located in Dallas, TX
This striking 19th-century French armchair is a superb example of the curule or “Dagobert” style, inspired by early medieval throne designs and reinterpreted in the Renaissance Revival tradition. Hand-carved from solid walnut and richly patinated with time, the desk chair showcases a sculptural silhouette formed by its signature X-shaped base, accented with scrolled legs and detailed stretcher supports. Both the seat and back are upholstered in dark brown tooled leather, secured with large brass nailhead trim for a bold, architectural presence. The upper backrest is topped with ornate carved motifs including stylized foliage and wave-like trim, while the sides are decorated with foliate carvings and rolled armrests for added refinement. Sturdy, elegant, and full of historic character, this antique curule chair...
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Mid-19th Century French Renaissance Antique Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Leather, Walnut

Papillonne Blue Kenzo Swivel Black Office Chair *Lead Time Four Weeks*
By LAGU
Located in İSTANBUL, TR
*LEAD TIME IS 4 WEEKS* Standing out in every field with its eye-catching modern design approach and material variety, the Papillonne series brings a brand new face to spaces with it...
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21st Century and Contemporary Turkish Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Aluminum

Louis XVI Style Fauteuil
Located in Sheffield, MA
Elegant French Louis XVI style armchair with bleached wood frame, fluted leg and cubic blocks decorated with florets, upholstered in Classic beige suited fabric. Appropriate for dini...
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Early 20th Century French Louis XVI Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Wood

Vintage Emeco Corp Art Deco Brushed Aluminum Black Swivel Office Desk Chair
Located in Philadelphia, PA
Vintage Emeco Corp Art Deco Brushed Aluminum Black Swivel Office Desk Chair. Details: Adjustable height, sculpted aluminum base, black vinyl upholstery, rolling casters, original lab...
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Mid-20th Century Unknown Art Deco Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Aluminum

20th Century French Vintage Metal Workshop Chair by Nicolle Paul-Henry Nicolle
Located in West Palm Beach, FL
A vintage French Industrial workshop chair made of hand crafted brushed, waxed metal designed by Paul-Henry Nicolle for NICOLLE, in good condition. The Ch...
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Early 20th Century French Industrial Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Metal

Paul McCobb Model 1530 Mid-Century Modern Chair, Early Winchendon Label
Located in Buffalo, NY
Classic Paul McCobb Model 1530 Mid-Century Modern Chair, Retains early Winchendon Modern label. Pre Planner Group. Wonderful original condition, color, finish, patina. Functional Art...
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1950s American Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Wood, Maple

ViNTAGE UNIQUE CHARLES POLLOCK FOR KNOLL BROWN LEATHER OFFICE ARMCHAIR
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this lovely original vintage lightly restored Brown leather Charles Pollock Knoll Inc Executive office armch...
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20th Century European Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Vintage High Back Chesterfield Heritage Leather Office Captains Swivel Chair
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely, large, very comfortable Chesterfield leather wing style office armchair This is a very comfortable captain’s indeed, it’s like your favourite reading chair with wheels. This was retailed through Harrods and was a very popular model until the range ended Condition wise we have cleaned waxed and polish it, the upholstery is heritage leather...
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20th Century English Chesterfield Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Leather

2012 Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Side Desk Chair Brown Leather 12+ Avail
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eames Aluminum Group Management Desk or Side Chair, model EA-108, designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1958. These examples were produced in 2012. The li...
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2010s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Kevi Office Chair by Jørgen Rasmussen
Located in Esbjerg, DK
Kevi office chair designed by Jørgen Rasmussen. With height, tilt and other adjustments. New upholstered with tan aniline leather.
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Leather

Kevi Office Chair by Jørgen Rasmussen
Kevi Office Chair by Jørgen Rasmussen
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Italian Pair of Office - Dining Room Chairs
Located in Los Angeles, CA
The chairs have chrome tubular steel frames with sturdy black leather seating attributed to Matteo Grassi . Continental shipping in home delivery 15-30 days $300
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

ViNTAGE AGED BROWN LEATHER GODFATHER DIRECTOR S CAPTAINS CHESTERFIELD ARMCHAIR
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
Royal House Antiques Royal House Antiques is delighted to offer for sale this stunning hand made in England vintage Chesterfield Directors "Godfather" captains armchair with heritag...
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20th Century English Regency Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Leather, Hardwood

Soft Pad Office Chair by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller, US, 1960s
Located in Antwerp, BE
Charles and Ray Eames softpad office chair, produced by Herman Miller. This distinguished chair, crafted as the original USA edition for Herman Miller, features a sleek black leather seat and backrest, complemented by a chrome frame and armrests. An extension of the iconic Aluminum Group chairs, designed in 1958 for the Irwin Miller home, the Soft Pad Group retains the structural integrity of its predecessor while introducing plush cushions for enhanced comfort. Its 5-star base with casters, tilt-swivel mechanism, and seat-height adjustment ensure functionality and versatility, making it ideal for executive or office use. The Eames soft pad executive chair...
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1960s American Mid-Century Modern Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Chrome

Finn Juhl 1960 Diplomat Chair in Rosewood
Located in Dronten, NL
Distinguished Diplomat Chair in rosewood designed by Finn Juhl and manufactured by Cado. All original vintage condition, marked with silver Finn Juhl label. Fabric and foam are worn...
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1960s Danish Scandinavian Modern Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Fabric, Rosewood

Eames Soft-Pad Executive Chairs in Smoke Gray Leather by Herman Miller
Located in Stamford, CT
The great portfolio of Charles & Ray Eames is widely celebrated and serves as a model of inspiration for designers to this day. One of their most recognizable designs is the Aluminum Group line for Herman Miller from which these Soft Pad Executive Chairs were born. It is said that the Soft Pad variation was a design accident - cushions from the Eames Chaise found themselves draped over an Aluminum Group chair, and the rest is history. Whatever the story may be, the comfort of Charles & Ray’s Soft Pad seating perhaps rivals that of their famed Eames Lounge Chair. The Soft Pad collection consists of a Lounge Chair, a Low Back Management Chair, and this High Back Executive Chair. The design language is similar to the Eames Aluminum Group suite which sports a single “sling” of material which is tethered to two cast aluminum side rails and in this case, four plush cushions for optimal comfort. These chairs are equipped with a tilt mechanism with tension control as well as manual height adjustment. We have a large quantity of these Eames Soft Pad Executive Chairs...
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Aluminum

2010s Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Management Desk Chair in Cognac Leather
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eames Aluminum Group Management Chair, Model EA335, originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1958. These particular examples were produced in the ...
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2010s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Aluminum

2017 Sigurd Rothe for Casala Cello Desk Chairs in Black Fabric Chromed Steel
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are Cello Desk Chairs, originally designed by Sigurd Rothe for Casala. These particular examples were produced in the Netherlands in 2017. The design features a chromed steel 5...
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2010s Dutch Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Steel

Eames for Herman Miller Tan Cream Office Chair in Schumacher VEGAN Leather
Located in Detroit, MI
This authentic Eames for Herman Miller Soft Pad Management height office chair from the Aluminum Group Collection was manufactured in the 2000s. This classic mid century modern offic...
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21st Century and Contemporary American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Aluminum, Steel

Mid-Century Modern Charles Pollock Knoll Pollock Executive Chair Black Leather
Located in Secaucus, NJ
Stunning authentic mid-century modern Pollock executive arm chair. One of Knoll's most significant chairs was designed in 1963 by Charles Pollock. Sixty years after its introduction,...
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Early 2000s American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Aluminum, Steel, Stainless Steel

Hans J. Wegner Round Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
An original model JH-503 round armchair in teak and leather, designed by Hans J. Wegner for Johannes Hanse. Sculptural teak frame has been gently polished and retains lovely patina. ...
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Mid-20th Century Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Teak

Mid-Century Modern Vintage Desk Chair Attributed to Egon Eiermann, 1950, Germany
Located in Vienna, AT
Mid Century Modern adjustable and swiveling vintage desk chair in brown faux leather attributed to Egon Eiermann, 1950s Germany. The seat and back ...
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Mid-20th Century German Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Metal

2014 Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Management Desk Chairs in Beige Leather
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are Eames Aluminum Group Management Desk Chairs, Model EA335, designed by Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller in 1958. These particular examples were produced in 2014. The ...
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2010s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Aluminum

Eames Herman Miller Aluminum Reclining Executive Office Chair - One Piece, 1980s
Located in Basel, BS
Here is a rare opportunity to purchase an incredible vintage in-tact original Herman Miller soft pad Executive Lounge or Office chair ...
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20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Chrome

Vintage Aged Regency Green Leather Chesterfield Tufted Office Directors Armchair
Located in West Sussex, Pulborough
We are delighted to offer for sale this lovely vintage Regency green leather, Chesterfield tufted office chair A good looking and well made off...
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20th Century English Regency Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Leather, Beech

Otto Zapf for Knoll Mid Century Black Leather Management Office Chair
Located in Franklin Park, IL
Otto Zapf for Knoll Mid Century Black Leather Management Office Chair This chair measures: 31.5 wide x 31.5 deep x 34 high, with a seat height of 20 and arm height/chair clearance o...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Leather

Midcentury Office Chair with Tufted Seat and Back
Located in Germantown, MD
A rare midcentury metal swiveling office chair on wheels with PU leather seat and back cushion. Very good vintage condition. Chair measures 21" in width, 27" in depth and 34.5" in h...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Metal, Iron

Ico Parisi Italian Midcentury Fabric Wood Armchair Model 814 for Cassina, 1960s
Located in Reggio Emilia, IT
Italian Mid-Century Modern design set of two armchairs model 814 designed by Ico Parisi for Cassina in 1961, solid wood structure and new fabric covering, Italy 1960s Original Cassin...
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1960s Italian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Fabric, Wood

Set of 4 Minimalist Metal X-Line Chairs by Niels Jørgen Haugesen for Hybodan
Located in Warszawa, Mazowieckie
This rare set of four stacking X-line chairs was designed in 1977 by Niels Jørgen Haugesen and produced by Hybodan A/S in Denmark. They are made of chrome-plated steel rods and a bla...
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1970s Danish Minimalist Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Metal

Eames for Herman Miller DSS Orange Fiberglass Shell Chair
Located in Brooklyn, NY
Original 1960s DSS molded fiberglass shell chairs on stacking base, designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller. Gleaming orange shells are in original condition, each with a...
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1960s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Fiberglass

Mid Century Modern Chair with Bentwood Back Black Vinyl by Clifford Pascoe
Located in Freehold, NJ
This mid century modern accent chair by Clifford Pascoe features wrought iron frame, bentwood seat back and vintage vinyl upholstery. Dimensions: 16w 15.5d 29.5h 18.25sh Condition ...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Upholstery, Bentwood

Desk Chairs from Centre Pompidou
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Two desk chairs, originally from Centre Pompidou and designed by Michel Cadestin and Georges Laurent, embody the quintessence of French modernist design. Featuring sleek metal frames...
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1970s French Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Steel

Very Comfortable Office Chair by Charles Pollock for Comforto, 1960s
Located in Nürnberg, Bayern
12 chairs available. Very comfortable and elegant desk chairs from Comforto. Design by Charles Pollock. The classic par excellence. Measures: ...
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1960s German Mid-Century Modern Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Metal

2007 Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Management Desk Chairs in Beige Leather
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are Eames Aluminum Group Management Desk Chairs, Model EA335, designed by Ray and Charles Eames for Herman Miller in 1958. These particular examples were produced in 2007. The ...
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Early 2000s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Aluminum

Chair Model Ginger Ale by Designer R. Lazzeroni for Poltrona Frau, Italy, 2012
Located in Vicenza, VI
Chair, model "Ginger Ale" designed by Italian designer Roberto Lazzeroni and produced by Poltrona FRAU from 2012 to the present. The seat is upholstered in white Frau leather, with a...
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2010s Italian Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Metal

Brass and Red Velvet Chiavari Chair, circa 1940
Located in Marcq-en-Barœul, Hauts-de-France
This Chiavari chair is all made of brass with a red velvet on the seat. The quality of this chair is a very nice. This is a French work, circa 1940.
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1940s French Rococo Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Brass

Jugendstil office chair by Otto Wagner for J&J Kohn
Located in Banská Štiavnica, SK
Jugendstil office chair bz Otto Wagner for J&J Kohn. Professionally stained and repolished with new Kolovrat fabric.
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Early 1900s Austrian Vienna Secession Antique Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Fabric, Beech, Bentwood

2022 Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Management Desk Chairs w/ Bristol Leather
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eames Aluminum Group Management Desk Chair, model EA335, originally designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1958. These particular examples date to 2022. Th...
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2010s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Aluminum, Steel

Pair of Pierre Jeanneret Floating Back V-Leg Office Chairs, 1950s Chandigarh
Located in Los Angeles, CA
Gorgeous pair of Pierre Jeanneret office chairs designed in the 1950s. These chairs have a floating back and V-leg frame. Pictur...
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1950s Indian Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Cane, Teak

2005 Niels Diffrient for Humanscale Freedom Desk Chair in Black Leather
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are Freedom Task Desk Chairs, originally designed by Niels Diffrient in 1999. These particular examples were produced by Humanscale in the USA in the 2005. The chairs features ...
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Early 2000s American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Aluminum

Pierre Jeanneret PJ-SI-28-B Office Cane Armchair/Authentic Mid-Century Modern
Located in Zürich, CH
The visible nonchalance here celebrates the lightness and the joy of life. It’s not about representation or impressing others. It demonstrates the Indian lifestyle, much more casual ...
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1950s Indian Mid-Century Modern Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Cane, Teak

Web President High Back Armchair by Enrico Pellizzoni
Located in Milan, IT
Swivel armchair with a high back and inner steel frame, expanded polyurethane padding, covered with soft leather. Five-star base with gas seat height adjustment and tilt control mech...
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2010s Italian Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Leather

2014 Alberto Meda for Vitra Physix Desk Chairs in White Mesh 12+ Available
Located in Philadelphia, PA
These are Physix office chairs, originally designed by Alberto Meda in 2012. These particular examples were produced by Vitra in Germany in 2014. The frame and armrests are comprised...
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2010s German Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

2002 Herman Miller Eames Aluminum Group Soft Pad Executive Desk Chair in Leather
Located in Philadelphia, PA
This is an Eames Aluminum Group Soft Pad Executive Chair, Model EA437, initially designed by Charles and Ray Eames for Herman Miller in 1968. These examples date to 2002. The listed ...
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Early 2000s North American Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Aluminum

Louis XV Style Leather Desk Chair
Located in Bridgeport, CT
The deep shaped seat is upholstered in brown leather, and its shaped rail mirrors the back and has carved scrolled foliate motifs. Raised on four carved cabriole legs with heavy knee...
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20th Century Louis XV Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

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Leather, Wood

1970 Red Charles Eames Upholstered Swivel Office Chair for Herman MIller
Located in Minneapolis, MN
Here is a very striking swivel office chair by legendary designer Charles Eames and made by Herman Miller in 1970. This example retains its original red upholstery which is in very g...
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Mid-20th Century American Mid-Century Modern Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

Materials

Aluminum

Antique and Vintage Office Chairs and Desk Chairs

An essential part of every office or home workstation, office chairs and desk chairs are critically important to your comfort and getting the job done.

Desk chairs have evolved over time. While writing the Declaration of Independence, Thomas Jefferson pined for a wider range of motion and introduced some improvements to his English-style Windsor chair, inventing the swivel chair along the way. So the next time you roll, recline or swivel at your vintage desk, remember: The third president of the United States had a lot to do with that functionality.

Changes in the availability of resources have also led to innovations in desk chair design. After World War II, for example, optimistic American designers made use of wartime materials in their efforts to create practical domestic goods.

Mid-century modernism is the name given to the broad postwar time period that prioritized thoughtful design. Journalist Cara Greenberg, who coined the term “mid-century modernism,” cites “ergonomic wisdom” as part of the reason for the longevity of the era’s furnishings, and when it comes to sitting in a desk chair for hours at a time, what could be more important than ergonomic support?

As mid-century modernism was marked by resourcefulness and boundless creativity — and produced designers who, in most cases, prioritized comfort and support — it follows that all mid-century chairs are not the same. Nowhere is this perhaps more evident than at Herman Miller. The legendary Michigan furniture manufacturer got its start in the office, with design director George Nelson enlisting the likes of Charles and Ray Eames to produce desk chairs and lounge chairs that are still celebrated today. Elsewhere at the time, the numerous pieces Florence Knoll created for Knoll’s office furniture line were envisioned as design solutions for the changing needs of residential and office spaces.

If you’re working remotely and streamlined seating isn’t your thing, don’t be afraid of making a statement with your office chair. Introduce a touch of drama to your video calls by way of 19th-century desk accessories and the alluring forms we typically associate with antique desk chairs designed in the Empire and Regency styles. For a minimalist touch, a spare, utilitarian Industrial-style office chair can work in any space but will fit in particularly well amid the exposed brick and steel architecture that characterizes a loft apartment.

An inspiring home office cleverly mixes materials and styles to create a welcoming place of productivity and comfort, and if you’re gathering with colleagues at your company HQ, an array of wood, leather and metal office chairs can help integrate disparate textures in a conference room or any other collaborative space. On 1stDibs, explore a diverse collection of office and desk chairs today.

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